Meatballs 9 Ways

    "Meat" your new favorite meatballs! These Greek-, Mexican-, Southern- and Asian inspired riffs from three of our favorite cooks prove they aren't just Italian.
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    Bobby Flay

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    Chef, restauranteur, cookbook author and host of Bobby Flay's Barbecue Addiction on Food Network

    "Fresh herbs and spices really help kick up the flavor in any meatball. If you have time, let the meat mixture rest in the fridge for 30 minutes before cooking to let the seasonings meld."

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    Minty Lamb Meatballs

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    meat 2

    BBQ Turkey Balls

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    meat 3

    Tuna Kofte Sandwiches

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    Kara Vogt

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    Food stylist for the Rachael Ray show

    "Meatballs are the perfect on-hand dinner solution! Mix up a huge batch and freeze them raw on baking sheets, then transfer into plastic bags."

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    Thai Lettuce Cups

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    meat 5

    Chili-Cheese Skillet

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    meat 6

    Matzo Ball Soup

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    Tracey Seaman

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    Every Day test kitchen director

    "Get the kids involved -- they love mixing and mashing meat together with their hands! Prevent crumbling by packing firmly when you roll the meat into balls."

    meat 7

    Holy Mole Meatballs

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    meat 8

    Sweet & Sour Mini Balls

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    meat 9

    Southern Sammies

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